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An eye-opening volume of photographs and research exploring one of North America's most persistent-and misunderstood-predators. The coyote. Even its image conjures up more myth than fact. From its depictions as the "trickster" in ancient fables to its portrayal as a threat to humans and their pets in modern news sources, coyotes are rarely shown in a favorable light. Now, the Urban Coyote Research Project pulls back the curtain on the defamed coyote,...
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From the co–author of the New York Times bestseller When Elephants Weep comes a book that uses true stories backed by scientific research to explore the way young animals discover their worlds and learn how to survive.
How does a baby animal figure out how to get around in the world? How much of what animals know is instinctive, and how much must they learn?
In Becoming a Tiger, bestselling author Susan McCarthy addresses these intriguing matters,...
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Welcome to the amazing world of Penguins Photos and Facts for Everyone! The animal facts in nature book to be amazed by Penguins.
You will find Penguins in nature with pictures to include the many Penguins species, size, breeding, eating habits, and interesting facts. Penguins Photos and Facts for Everyone is Book 28 of the Learn with Facts Series. This book is around a clear concept: The amazing life of Penguins with facts and color photos.
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A stunning full-color photographic field guide of 285 species of North American songbirds and warblers, captured in glorious life-sized detail and featuring concise descriptions, location maps, and useful facts for both experienced birdwatchers and armchair ornithologists alike.
Birds such as the Acadian Flycatcher, Golden-crowned Kinglet, Indigo Bunting, Northern Mockingbird, Pyrrhuloxia, Rock Wren, Song Sparrow, Tree Swallow, and the Yellow Throated...
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Welcome to the amazing world of Dragonfly Photos and Facts for Everyone! The animal facts in nature book to be amazed by Dragonfly.You will find Dragonfly in nature with pictures to include the many Dragonfly species, size, breeding, eating habits, and interesting facts. Dragonfly Photos and Facts for Everyone is Book 134 of the Learn with Facts Series. This book is around a clear concept: The amazing life of Dragonfly with facts and color photos.Be...
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Explore the wild and wonderful world of birds with the Junior Scientists series for kids ages 6 to 9
From tiny hummingbirds to powerful eagles and everything in between-our planet is home to so many beautifully feathered friends! This big book of birds is packed with tons of cool facts and colorful photos that offer a fascinating peek into their lives. It's written especially for curious new readers, with engaging trivia and age-appropriate language...
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"Eels [is] more than a fish book. It is an impassioned defense of nature itself. . . . [Prosek] passes on the truth that the often disdained eel, like all migratory fish, is vital and mysterious and worthy of our full effort to bring it back." - New York Times Book Review
"A wonderful account of far-flung travels in pursuit of the secrets of the earth's most mysterious fish. . . . Fascinating and beautifully rendered." - Peter Matthiessen
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Welcome to the amazing world of Lizards Photos and Facts for Everyone! The animal facts in nature book to be amazed by Lizards.You will find Lizards in nature with pictures to include the many Lizards species, size, breeding, eating habits, and interesting facts. Lizards Photos and Facts for Everyone is Book 53 of the Learn with Facts Series. This book is around a clear concept: The amazing life of Lizards with facts and color photos.Be sure to read...
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IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
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Hippos are big animals that live in Africa. Hippo calves are born underwater. They are strong swimmers. Baby hippos spend most of their time in the water. Their mothers help them stay safe from predators. How do baby hippos grow and change? Read this book to find out! This title also includes a life cycle diagram, a habitat map, fun facts, a glossary, and more!
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Many fierce predators lurk just below the ocean's surface. Saltwater crocodiles use their strong jaw and huge teeth to latch on tight. But there's no escape once a hammerhead shark has pinned its prey! Captivating text and vibrant visuals combine to breathe life into these oceanic opponents. This title also boasts a plethora of special features from fun facts and animal profiles to tooth size and secret weapons. When land and sea go head-to-head,...
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IL: MG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
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African savannas are home to quite a few speedy predators. African wild dogs are small. What they lack in size they make up for in numbers and stamina. But can agile leopards outmatch the dogs? Who would win in a fight? In this hi-lo title, adventurous readers will learn about the secret weapons and attacks of these fighters. Special features include animal profiles highlighting size, habitat, speed, and more. Vibrant text and action-packed photos...
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Welcome to the amazing world of Spiders Photos and Facts for Everyone! The animal facts in nature book to be amazed by Spiders.
You will find Spiders in nature with pictures to include the many Spiders species, size, breeding, eating habits, and interesting facts. Spiders Photos and Facts for Everyone is Book 32 of the Learn with Facts Series. This book is around a clear concept: The amazing life of Spiders with facts and color photos.
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Welcome to the amazing world of Rhinoceros Photos and Facts for Everyone! The animal facts in nature book to be amazed by Rhinoceros.
You will find Rhinoceros in nature with pictures to include the many Rhinoceros species, size, breeding, eating habits, and interesting facts. Rhinoceros Photos and Facts for Everyone is Book 29 of the Learn with Facts Series. This book is around a clear concept: The amazing life of Rhinoceros with facts and color...
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If you want to teach your children to understand snakes' behavior, then keep reading. It is always hard to get children's attention, especially if you want to teach them something.Using my knowledge of child psychology and as a children's book writer, I created this book to meet parents' needs and the children's enjoyment.This book is suitable for children ages 5-9 but will get the whole family involved while having fun discovering snakes.This book...
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"A Choice Outstanding Academic Title of the Year" James B. Nardi is a research scientist in the School of Integrative Biology at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. His books include Life in the Soil: A Guide for Naturalists and Gardeners, Discoveries in the Garden, and Close Encounters with Insects and Spiders.
A spectacularly illustrated journey into the intimate communities that native trees share with animals, insects, fungi, and microbes
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A brownish creature with bumps and lumps sits on rock. Is it a frog or a toad? From the color of their skin to how they move, frogs and toads are not the same. Dive right in to discover how they are alike and how they are different. Filled with stunning photos and engaging text, this book is just right for early learners.
99) Ankylosaurus
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This beginning reader title introduces Ankylosaurus by covering when it lived, what it looked like, what it ate, and where some of its fossils have been found. This title is a Level 1 and is written specifically for beginning readers. Aligned to the Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Dash! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.
100) Apatosaurus
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IL: LG - BL: 2.1 - AR Pts: 1
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This beginning reader title introduces Apatosaurus by covering when it lived, what it looked like, what it ate, and where some of its fossils have been found. This title is a Level 1 and is written specifically for beginning readers. Aligned to the Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Dash! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.
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